Definition

Having the same shape or structure on both sides of a central line or axis.

Example

The design of the building is axisymmetric, making it look balanced from all angles.

Conversation

Did you notice how the new sculpture is axisymmetric?

Yeah, it really catches the eye with that design.

I love how it looks from every angle, so balanced.

Absolutely, it’s a perfect example of how axisymmetric shapes can be so appealing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Axisymmetric → It is formed from "axis" (from Latin *axis*, meaning a straight line around which an object rotates) and "symmetric" (from Greek *symmetria*, meaning proportion or correspondence). The word describes a shape that is symmetrical around an axis, meaning it looks the same when rotated around that line.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'axis' as the line around which something rotates, and 'symmetric' means it looks the same from different angles. This helps you remember that 'axisymmetric' refers to something that is symmetrical around that central line.

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